Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Anvik Technologies Inc.; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Anvik Technologies Inc. in Foster City, CA, is seeking a senior software engineer specializing in C++ and Python for embedded Linux systems. You will design, implement, and optimize core software modules with a focus on performance, reliability, and scalability across multiple teams.

Applicants should have 8+ years of relevant experience, strong debugging skills, and hands-on testing capabilities. The role involves collaborating with hardware and software partners to deliver robust embedded

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field.
• 8+ years of professional engineering experience.
• Strong proficiency in C++ and Python.
• Experience with embedded Linux environments and system-level programming.

Skills

C++

Python

Embedded Linux

Multithreading

IPC

Networking protocols

Memory management

Process lifecycles

Debugging native crashes

Complex multi-component integrations

Cross-functional collaboration

Troubleshooting

Linux security models

Software packaging

Update mechanisms

Embedded system testing

Automated test frameworks

Education

BS/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field

Tools

Perf

GDB

Valgrind

Job description

• BS/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field.
• 8+ years of relevant professional engineering experience.
• Strong proficiency in C++ and Python.
• Hands-on experience developing applications and services in embedded Linux environments.
• Deep understanding of multithreading, inter-process communication (IPC), networking protocols, memory management, and process lifecycles.
• Experience debugging native crashes and complex multi-component integrations.
• Experience with performance analysis tools such as perf, GDB, Valgrind, or equivalents.
• Ability to analyze CPU, GPU, memory, I/O, latency, and thermal performance metrics.
• Experience integrating complex software modules across internal teams or external partners.
• Familiarity with Linux security models, service management, software packaging, and update mechanisms.
• Experience with embedded system testing and automated test frameworks.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and hands-on troubleshooting skills.